If anyone should know the effects of liquid at 0 degrees temperature on the human body, it is a scientist. You would think therefore that they would know better than to accept the ice bucket challenge. However reason went down the drain, along with the water, for our hardy staff when given the opportunity to raise some funds for charity.

Mr Noor, Mrs McCallum, Mrs Ross, Mr Malloy and Miss Ballantyne, with Mr Sinclair as a catalyst, proved to be a force to be reckoned with in the quadrangle in front of the whole school at the morning interval on Friday.

Despite several attempts to dissolve them, the brave six remained solid in their resolve and conquered the challenge – much to the delight of the pupils.

Over £320 was raised and will be passed on to MacMillan Cancer and our local charity East Renfrewshire Good Causes. Thanks to all who supported them and made a donation.